Rachel Richesson

Professor advancing research in biomedical informatics, Dr. Rachel Richesson is a distinguished faculty member at the University of Michigan Medical School. Her pioneering work focuses on enhancing the quality and usability of electronic health record (EHR) data for clinical research purposes. With a keen interest in data quality and standards, Dr. Richesson has been instrumental in directing the implementation of data standards for multinational clinical research and epidemiological studies. Dr. Richesson's expertise extends to patient registries and the usability of data from electronic sources, where she has made significant contributions to the field. Her leadership in the EHR Core for the NIH Health Systems Research Collaboratory underscores her commitment to advancing the integration and application of EHR data in health systems research. Her work not only improves data quality but also facilitates the development of robust methodologies for utilizing EHR data in diverse research contexts. In addition to her research endeavors, Dr. Richesson is deeply involved in educating the next generation of biomedical scientists. She is passionate about fostering an understanding of the complexities of data standards and their critical role in clinical research and epidemiology. Through her teaching and mentorship, she inspires students and colleagues alike to pursue excellence in the field of biomedical informatics.